Zélie is a young maji Reaper with distinctive white hair who recently succeeded in restoring magic to Orïsha. She carries heavy physical and emotional scars from the monarchy's cruelty, including a derogatory slur carved into her back by the former king. Guilt-ridden over the sacrifices her loved ones made for her success, she struggles to balance her newfound position of leadership within the rebellion with an intense desire to flee the country.

Amari is the princess of Orïsha who recently killed her tyrant father to halt his genocide against the maji. Initially believing herself to be a tîtán, she discovers she is a cênter, capable of drawing magic from others. Bearing a slash mark on her back from her father's cruelty, she tries to rally support to claim the throne and bridge the bitter divide between the monarchy and the rebellion.

Inan is the newly crowned King of Orïsha, a young warrior trained his entire life to inherit the throne. Having narrowly survived an attack by his father, he desperately hopes to be a better ruler and put an end to the violence between classes. He privately battles his royal obligations while holding onto a bronze coin given to him by Zélie, keeping it as a symbol of his lingering affections.

Queen Nehanda is the ruthless matriarch of the Orïshan monarchy. Initially believed dead, she reappears with devastating magical powers, revealing herself as a tîtán who aggressively draws energy from her own soldiers. Driven by a deep hatred for the maji rooted in an old family tragedy, she commands the royal forces with absolute, iron-fisted authority.

Tzain is Zélie's fiercely protective older brother and an instrumental member of the rebellion. Though he lacks magical abilities, he provides necessary emotional stability and physical protection for his sister and allies. He remains dedicated to the cause while privately developing a romantic connection to the rogue princess.

Roën is a highly skilled mercenary operating from a hidden base in Jimeta. Primarily motivated by payment, he assists the rebellion for a high price, frequently threatening to walk away when funds run low. Despite his rough exterior and claims of emotional detachment, his lingering attention toward Zélie suggests a deeper personal investment.

Mama Agba is a wise, older maji who played a critical role in organizing the Iyika forces outside Lagos. She possesses deep historical and magical knowledge, working to unite the elders and providing crucial guidance to the younger generation of fighters.

Mâzeli is a young, talented Reaper maji within the Iyika rebellion. Deeply infatuated with Zélie's legendary status, he eagerly steps aside to allow her to take the position of Elder Reaper and actively fights to protect his people alongside her.

Jokôye is a fiercely loyal general in the Orïshan royal army. She holds intense disdain for the maji and strongly prefers aggressive, punitive military tactics over the new king's attempts at peace and resource-sharing.

Ojore is Inan's cousin and a dedicated soldier in the royal guard. He harbors an intense hatred for magic but serves as Inan's close confidant, regularly challenging the king's sympathetic views toward the maji while attempting to protect him from danger.

Ramaya is a Connector maji and a prominent elder within the Iyika rebellion. She holds a deep, unwavering resentment for the royal family and treats Amari with open hostility, outright refusing to listen to the princess's diplomatic suggestions.

Nâo is a water-wielding maji who assists the Iyika rebellion. She uses her abilities to aid in stealthy transportation, specifically creating breathable air bubbles to help the elders travel through underwater caves.

Kâmaru is a Grounder maji within the Iyika rebellion who possesses immense power over earth and stone. He regularly uses his abilities to build defenses, excavate tunnels, and forge new paths during missions.

Dakarai is the Elder Seer of the Iyika rebellion. He utilizes his specific magical gifts to foresee enemy movements and gather crucial reconnaissance for the maji council without having to physically scout dangerous areas.